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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2005SUNFIRE L4-2.2L VIN FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINETIMING COMPONENTS
2005 Pontiac Sunfire L4-2.2L VIN F
Timing Components
2005 Pontiac Sunfire L4-2.2L VIN FSECTION Timing Components
Engine Front Cover Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the crankcase balancer.
2. Remove the drive belt tensioner.
3. Remove the engine front cover to water pump bolt.
4. Remove the remaining engine front cover bolts.
5. Remove the engine front cover.
^ If the engine front cover gasket is damaged.
^ Remove the front engine mount.
^ Remove the engine front cover gasket if it is damaged.
Installation Procedure
1. If removed install a new engine front cover gasket.
2. Install the front engine mount.
3. Install the engine front cover.
4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the engine front cover bolts.
Tighten the engine front cover bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the water pump bolt.
Tighten the water pump bolt to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the drive belt tensioner.
7. Install the drive belt tensioner bolt.
Tighten the drive belt tensioner bolt to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the crankcase balancer.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.